Balh - Makridi, Mandi
Balh is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 86 km from Mandi. Drubble serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balh is 013355. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.46 hectares and falls under the 175014 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Balh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balh
According to the 2011 Census, Balh village had a total population of 85 people, including 36 males and 49 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,361 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 71.74%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85 | 36 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 5 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Balh
Balh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balh
Balh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Balh has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Balh is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balh
Where is Balh located?
Balh village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balh?
The Gram Panchayat of Balh is Drubble.
What is the pincode of Balh?
The pincode of Balh is 175014.
What is the population of Balh?
Balh had a total population of 85, including 36 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Balh?
Balh had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balh was 80.00%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 71.74%.